GLOSSARY
Money Words Made Easy – Kid and Teenager - Friendly Glossary
Ever heard a word like “budget” or “interest” and thought, “What does that even mean?”
You’re not alone!
This page is here to help kids and teenagers understand important money words in a fun, easy-to-understand way—complete with simple definitions, colourful icons, and quick explainer videos.
👶 Ages 5–7: Money Explorers
Simple Words, Big Ideas!
We make tricky money words super simple for our youngest learners.
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Money | Coins and notes we use to buy things. |
| Spend | To use money to buy something. |
| Save | To keep your money to use later. |
| Cost | How much something is to buy. |
| Job | Work someone does to earn money. |
🎥 Watch & Learn: [Watch a 1-minute video of a talking piggy bank explaining how saving works!]
🧠Ages 8–12: Smart Spenders
Understanding Money Like a Pro
This section breaks down important financial terms that help kids manage money wisely.
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Budget | A plan for how to spend and save money. |
| Bank | A safe place to keep your money. |
| Interest | Extra money you earn when you save money in a bank. |
| Credit | Money you borrow that you promise to pay back later. |
| Loan | Money that someone lends to you, which you have to pay back, usually with interest. |
🎥 Watch & Learn: [Short explainer: What is a Budget? – Cartoon wallet tells all!]
🦉 Ages 13–17: Future Investors
Get Ready for the Real World
For teens ready to dive deeper, these terms build the foundation for smart money decisions.
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Stock | A small piece of a company you can buy. If the company does well, your stock can go up in value. |
| Investment | Putting money into something (like stocks or property) with the goal of making more money over time. |
| Real Estate | Buying land or houses to rent or sell later for a profit. |
| Compound Interest | Earning interest on the money you've saved and on the interest it's already earned. |
| Tax | Money you pay to the government to help run schools, hospitals, and roads. |
🎥 Watch & Learn: [Animated explainer: How Investing Works – with graphs, games, and pizza slices!]
📚 Bonus Features for All Ages
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Search by Letter – Find words alphabetically
✅Print-Friendly Glossary PDF – Download and study anytime
✅Teacher & Parent Tips – How to talk about complex words with kids
🌟 Why This Glossary Matters
Understanding money terms early helps kids feel confident when they earn, save, or spend.
Whether you're six or sixteen, knowing the language of money is the first step to making smart choices for life!
👉 Explore. Watch. Learn. Grow.
